Get your Kids and Teens to Ingest Something Healthy

Do you have trouble getting your kids to eat healthy? Especially true after Halloween when they know the "good stuff" is still sitting atop the frig in the plastic jack-o-lantern. Most kids and teenagers go through periods of picking at their food and ingesting very little, or going for the sugary snacks over the healthier ones.

Protein drinks may sound really nasty to your kids but jazzing these up makes it appealing and is easier than you think.
This recipe has proven desirable and has even been served as breakfast when kids refuse to eat before going to school. Toss all the ingredients below into a blender on a high speed until you reach the desired consistency.
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Super Cool Milkshake
5 ice cubes
1 cup of milk
1 scoop of protein drink powder (recommended: Spiru-tein Vanilla, there is a variety of other flavors too.)
Below is variations:
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Sweet Super Shake

Add to the above ingredients:
2-3 teaspoons of sugar (yes sugar, it is still less than in soft drinks
and/or 1 scoop frozen yogurt (choose your favorite flavor)
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Blue Ghoul Milkshake

Add to The Super Cool Shake:
1 scoop frozen yogurt
3 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup blueberries (high in antioxidants)
5-10 drops blue food coloring (personal color choice)
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Create your own variations for your children until you come up with a fantastic taste sensation. Remember to share your creations on this blog site.

The end result is over 14 grams of protein, 1 gr of fiber (more with blueberries)and over 100% of the daily recommended allowances in vitamins A,C,D,E,B6 and B12 along with Zinc, Iodine, Riboflavin and Niacin.
It's fast and easy to make. Great tasting and healthy for all ages.
Be the awesome caregiver who serves milkshakes for breakfast and snacks
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*Special Notes*

*While Spiru-tein is recommended there is a variety of other brands. Important to steer clear of those with an unpleasant aftertaste. You may have to use more sugar to overcome the taste.
Frozen yogurt is a healthier alternative to ice cream, but the latter can be used.
If your child has a significant weight loss that causes concern seek professional help*